Orange River Sunset || Keimoes || Northern Cape || South Africa
Orange River Sunset || Keimoes || Northern Cape || South Africa
Gariep River Tunnels Kakamas Northern Cape
Kakamas developed as a town in the late 1800's and during this period of war and world depression the bitterly poor people from the surrounding areas came to the church in Kakamas for help. They were offered the option of trading their labour for food. Canals had already been built in the nearby town of Upington and a similar project was mooted for Kakamas. At a town called Neusberg, about 10km from Kakamas, it was found that the river's course was such that, if a canal were built, the water would flow automatically, doing away with the need for pumps. Work began on the furrows. Men, women and children dug relentlessly using picks, shovels and their hands. It was said that the earth where they worked would turn into mud from their sweat. The people would often work at night to escape the intense heat of the day. Two canals or furrows, called the South and the North Canals, were eventually completed. During construction of the North Canal, however, it became obvious that two tunnels would have to be built to maintain a gradient that facilitated automatic water flow. Japie Lütz, from Upington, did the calculations and laid down the necessary measurements. The two tunnels were eventually completed. Amazingly they were both excavated from either side and met precisely. This impressive feat was achieved without the use of modern instruments. These hand-dug tunnels, one of them 160m long, are still in use and have been declared national monuments.
Allianto Boutique Hotel and Spa in Upington South Africa - Africa Travel Channel
Allianto Boutique Hotel & Spa Upington - Situated in the Green Kalahari, Allianto Boutique Hotel & Spa offers a complete pampering experience for body, mind and soul. Against the backdrop of a vast rural landscape, this original 1896 pioneer home built from sandstone and clay brick, combines an old world charm with modern day luxury. This theme extends into each of the 5 en suite bedrooms boasting hand-carved wooden four poster beds, beautiful antique furnishings and large flat-screen televisions. Dinner and breakfast are served on the front porch of the main house or under the Gazebo in the rose garden. Convenient facilities make this an ideal venue for business meetings and small conferences ensuring undisturbed peace and client privacy. Suitable breakaway pastimes include a days wine tasting at the Orange River Wine Cellars the second largest wine co-operative in the world where locally produced wines from the fertile Orange River Valley can be purchased. Pristine ecosystems of this vastly different landscape can be enjoyed at the Augrabies Falls and National Park. Relaxing spa treatments take place under the gazebo in the garden or in the privacy of the guests own suite.
Northern Cape
Me and my mate Doug needed a break from the mind numbing boredom of life in our home town. So we headed off to the Northern Cape for some adrenaline squeezers, the beeg outdoors and some kick azz views. From an abseiling adventure to biking through the wilderness, we had some awesome time out. Us cowboys even got to meet up with some cowgirls sometimes with all that outdoor action a guy needs a little ummm cultured conversation. But take a Shot Left and see what happens! Its easy!
The journey to Noup - Driving the coastline of the Northern Cape
Episode 30: The Northern Cape has always been one of those places that has held a certain romance for me. I love the idea of a wide open land, wild and largely untouched, the horizon blurred by midday summer heat mirages followed by the extreme of negative temperatures during the winter months.
This is a land you can't ignore. Simply closing the window won't stop the dry heat from pervading your house or the hot strong wind from blowing sand under the door. Anyone who lives in this harsh and beautiful land must surely feel it inside of them?
Visiting the Northern Cape was a definite highlight of our Ultimate South African Road Trip, and a destination we had looked forward to from the beginning. Armed with a rental 4x4 after losing Thomas, we set out north from Doringbaai.
Read more about our adventures in the Northern Cape here:
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Tarn Country House Garden Route South Africa - Africa Travel Channel
Peacefully nestled within the Whiskey Creek Nature Reserve, in the heart of the Garden Routes, The Crags, is the family-run Tarn Country House. With unique views of the gardens and Outeniqua Mountains, the eight individually decorated spacious en-suite bedrooms contribute to the overall atmosphere of relaxation and tranquility.
Tel : +27 44 534 8806
E-mail: info@tarn.co.za
Web: tarn.co.za
Kumbali Country Lodge, Lilongwe, Malawi - room walkthrough (4K version)
A video walkthrough of my room at the wonderful Kumbali Country Lodge on the outskirts of Lilongwe, the Malawian capital. Close enough to the city to make a perfect base from which to explore yet far enough away to feel like a bush retreat, Kumbali is also Madonna's choice when visiting Malawi.
We stayed there in April 2018 and are pleased to offer Kumbali Country Lodge - and its sister property on Lake Malawi, Kumbali Lake Retreat - in our portfolio of options for this fantastic, authentic African country through our new venture - The Grown-up Travel Company :-)
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Music credit: Dirt Rhodes Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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